Showtrial’s Adeel Akhtar on ‘contentious’ plotline: “There’s always risk-taking”

Showtrial’s Adeel Akhtar on ‘contentious’ plotline: “There’s always risk-taking”

As a seasoned movie critic with over two decades of experience under my belt, I must say that Showtrial’s second season has caught my attention like a well-aimed legal brief in a courtroom drama. With its bold approach to sensitive issues and knack for stirring up thought-provoking conversations, this series is not for the faint-hearted or the close-minded.


As a devoted viewer, I’m eager to share my excitement for the second season of Showtrial, a series that doesn’t shy away from tackling complex, thought-provoking issues and stirring up conversation. Unlike its predecessor, this new run delves into an entirely fresh narrative with all-new characters, promising another compelling journey.

In Season 2, Adeel Akhtar assumes the role of Sam Malick, a defense attorney who represents a police officer standing trial for the hit-and-run death of an environmental activist advocating for climate change.

He replied, “Not at all, it didn’t faze me.” He explained, “When you’re involved in quality writing or a great television series, there’s always some debate and a touch of daring that you need to learn to accept as part of the process.

Additionally, I believe that this specific television program should be broadcasted, as it encourages viewers to empathize with different viewpoints by presenting various arguments, thus fostering understanding among individuals.

“And I think that’s a good thing to put in the world.”

Showtrial’s Adeel Akhtar on ‘contentious’ plotline: “There’s always risk-taking”

Besides Akhtar, the cast of Showtrial’s second season includes Michael Socha, Nathalie Armin, Joe Dempsie, Barney Fishwick, Fisayo Akinade, Tom Padley, and Kerrie Hayes, along with several other talented actors.

In a recent Q&A session, creator Ben Richards explained his decision to introduce new characters instead of reprising any from Season 1 for Season 2: “Ultimately, it was an ‘all or nothing’ choice. You can’t really do ‘a little’ in this context.

He added: “It seems that was the issue. For the sake of a more authentic portrayal, it would appear quite unrealistic to find the same legal representatives handling such a massive case again.

It seems like we’ve opted for the more plausible option, which involves a fresh case happening in another town, involving different legal representatives.

“And keeping one would have actually just felt really odd.”

Showtrial will return to BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Sunday 6th October.

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2024-10-03 22:33